First Minister Nicola Sturgeon says Boris Johnson cannot keep Scotland in the United Kingdom against its will

First Minister Nicola Sturgeon says Boris Johnson cannot keep Scotland in the United Kingdom against its will

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The transcript discusses the SNP's push for a second Scottish independence referendum, despite opposition from the Tories. It highlights the political stalemate between Scottish nationalists and conservative unionists, drawing parallels with Catalonia's independence movement. The text also covers election night events, including a candidate's personal triumph over cancer, and the potential for these MPs to be the last from Scotland in the House of Commons.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main reason the SNP is pushing for a second referendum on Scottish independence?

To gain more control over local governance

To improve Scotland's economic situation

To challenge the Conservative majority in the Commons

To fulfill a mandate they believe they have

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do Scottish Conservatives view the issue of Scottish independence?

They support a new referendum

They believe it was settled in 2014

They want to negotiate with the SNP

They are neutral on the issue

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the connection between the Scottish and Catalonia independence movements?

Both have strong support from the EU

Both are facing legal challenges

Both have successfully gained independence

Both have been recognized by the UN

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Carla Ponseti's role in the Catalonia independence movement?

She is a member of the Scottish Parliament

She is a leader of the Catalan government

She is a journalist covering the movement

She is a professor fighting extradition

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What personal achievement did the SNP candidate celebrate on election night?

Overcoming a personal health challenge

Leading the SNP to a majority

Winning a legal battle

Becoming the youngest MP